The extra day before the home bout with the Kansas City Chiefs is an added benefit for Lacy, who left last week's tilt in the first half.

We won't know his official designation until after Saturday's practice, but it's a positive sign that the running back is able to do any work on Friday.

McCarthy also noted that Davante Adams (ankle) will do individual drills on Friday, after playing through his injury last Sunday. All indications are that the wideout will be on the field Monday night.

2. Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (concussion) won't play against the Saints, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported, according to a source informed of the situation. The team listed him as doubtful after he sat out of Friday's practice.